Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

The LITES Network is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to assist in the daily operations of multi-site clinical trials.

We are seeking someone who can work independently as well as collaboratively across all levels of internal and external study personnel to support the study and completion of its objectives.

This individual must have good organization and communication skills and be highly detailed-oriented. Clinical trial experience is preferred but not required.

This position will be tasked with assisting Project Managers in achieving study goals, tracking progress of external sites and regulatory matters, completion of DoD progress reports, and clinical data management.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Communicating with internal and external partners to coordinate meetings
• Preparing agendas and maintaining meeting minutes for a variety of internal and external meetings
• Proofing and editing documents
• Creating reports and / or resource documents
• Tracking progress of milestone completion

The LITES Network is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to assist in the daily operations of multi-site clinical trials.

We are seeking someone who can work independently as well as collaboratively across all levels of internal and external study personnel to support the study and completion of its objectives.

This individual must have good organization and communication skills and be highly detailed-oriented. Clinical trial experience is preferred but not required.

This position will be tasked with assisting Project Managers in achieving study goals, tracking progress of external sites and regulatory matters, completion of DoD progress reports, and clinical data management.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Communicating with internal and external partners to coordinate meetings
• Preparing agendas and maintaining meeting minutes for a variety of internal and external meetings
• Proofing and editing documents
• Creating reports and / or resource documents
• Tracking progress of milestone completion

Job Summary

Oversees day-to-day management and execution of multiple complex research projects and ensures compliance with all funding agencies and sponsors.

Constructs data collection instruments and crafts promotional materials. Troubleshoots data and manages database. Assists with screening, recruitment, and enrollment of study participants.

Performs budgetary and purchasing functions.

Essential Functions

Ability to communicate fluently and professionally in English (in both verbal and written communications). Must be highly competent with Microsoft suite - especially Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Must be able to successfully work in a hybrid work-in office / work-from-home environment.

Physical Effort

Ability to move around campus but position is mostly sedentary working at a computer monitor.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community.

This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces.

We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity.

EOE, including disability / vets.

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Job Classification : Staff.Research Program Supervisor

Job Family : Research

Job Sub Family : Research Program Support

Campus : Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required : Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required : 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience : Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and / or experience requirement.

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday, business hours

Work Arrangement : Monday-Friday, business hours

Hiring Range : To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation Offered : No

Visa Sponsorship Provided : No

Background Check : For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances : Not Applicable

Required Documents : Resume

Optional Documents : Cover Letter

Please see job description

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